Mary works with the board to assure the organization has a long range strategy that achieves its mission. She provides leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and carries out plans and policies authorized by the board. Mary is responsible for knowing the significant development and trends occurring and implementing effective strategies for advocating on behalf of the community and migrant health centers with policy makers and federal and state partners.

Mary Looker
Chief Executive Officer
(360) 786-9722 ext. 224
Mlooker@wacmhc.org

Bob is responsible for preparation of the annual budgets, for managing the organization’s cash and investments, and for supporting the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors and managing the financial affairs of the organization.

Bob Morrison, MBA, CPA
Director of Finance & Operations
(360) 786-9722 ext. 226
bmorrison@wacmhc.org

Zena assists member health centers with improving clinical services to reduce health disparities in their medical, dental, pharmacy, and behavioral/mental health clinics. Zena works with disease collaboratives and medical home initiatives. She supervises the Tobacco Network Coordinator and the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator.

Zena Kinne, RN, MN
Director of Clinical Services
(360) 786-9722 ext. 228
zkinne@wacmhc.org

Steven works in support of the member Community Health Centers and the communities they serve. Steven identifies resources and partner organizations to meet the organizational goals and works closely with the Board members, the Joint Legislative Committee to prioritize advocacy issues, implement key strategies and educate legislators, and stakeholders.

Steven Wish
Director of Public Policy
(360) 786-9722 ext. 227
stevenw@wacmhc.org

Tishra is responsible for providing coordination, planning, and technical assistance for the oral health activities of the Association. She provides staff support for the Dental Committee and the Dental Learning Network. Tishra is the lead for data development and Access planning for Washington CHCs.

Tishra Beeson
Special Projects Coordinator
(360) 786-9722 ext. 225
tbeeson@wacmhc.org

Abbie coordinates the state focused workforce initiatives of: maximizing existing state and federal clinical placements, developing pipeline, and assisting CHCs with recruitment needs.

Abbie Chandler-Doran
Workforce Development Specialist
(206) 546-4026
adoran@wacmhc.org

Beth is responsible for supporting the CEO, Board members, and management team. Beth’s tasks and duties include board development and maintenance, meetings and schedule coordination; event planning, and records maintenance.

Beth Gill
Executive Assistant
(360) 786-9722 ext. 223
bgill@wacmhc.org

Lilia is responsible for building coalitions and working with diverse populations in rural and urban settings to maximize participation in Medicaid, Medicare, the Basic Health Plan, and the State Children’s Health Insurance Plan. She coordinates organizational activities and training of outreach workers and Promotora(s) to reduce health disparities in minority populations.

Lilia Gomez, BA
Outreach and Special Populations Coordinator
(360) 786-9722 ext. 230
lgomez@wacmhc.org

Gretchen provides training and technical assistance to support the emergency preparation of the Community Health Centers. She facilitates equipment purchase, training drills, and coordination among other agencies on behalf of the member CHCs.

Gretchen O’Connor, MA
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
(360) 786-9722 ext. 234
goconnor@wacmhc.org

Debbie provides office assistant support to all professional staff. She provides data entry, coordinates event planning, preparation of all materials, and follow-up activities.

Debbie Krause
Administrative Assistant
(360) 786-9722 ext. 229
dkrause@wacmhc.org

Carrie performs finance and accounting work. Carrie is responsible for all office equipment and IT operations. She provides overall office management support to maintain an organized and well functioning office.

Carrie Paine
Accountant/Office Manager
(360) 786-9722 ext. 221
cpaine@wacmhc.org

Emily coordinates, plans, and provides technical assistance for the Emergency Room Diversion Project; the activities of the four pilot projects between member CHCs and Hospitals. She coordinates this work with staff from Washington State DSHS. Additionally, Emily provides staff research and website support to the workforce development initiative.

Emily Sefcik, MA
Special Projects Coordinator
(360) 786-9722 ext. 222
esefcik@wacmhc.org

Carlos is responsible for working with Latino communities in rural and urban settings to implement grant obligation related to network development, assessment and evaluation. Additionally Carlos works to create public policy change, communication and public awareness.

Carlos Mejia 
Tobacco Policy and Network Manager
(360) 786-9722 ext. 233
cmejia@wacmhc.org